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Y116 NHK

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,045 mi
Last recorded37,045 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY116 NHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 37,045 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 35,785 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 35,362 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 35,206 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Sep 2013 35,201 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2012 33,762 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 30,349 miles

advise slight blow from flex on exhaust

Pass 3 Sep 2010 28,810 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 27,243 miles

advise crack in offside rear outer sill panel.

advise slight blow from flex.

Pass 30 Sep 2008 23,628 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 20,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 17,569 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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Y116 NHK is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 38,622 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y116 NHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y116 NHK registered?

Y116 NHK is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y116 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y116 NHK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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